Equity and Student Success
International students have mixed thoughts amidst political uncertainty, visa processes, The Daily Emerald (UO student newspaper), October 29, 2025, by Katarina Ilic. "This year, the University of Oregon welcomed roughly 800 international students. Amidst political..."
UO’s celebration of Indigenous lives, The Daily Emerald (UO student newspaper), By Gray Vanderpoel. " Indigenous Peoples’ Day this year was celebrated on the university’s campus in a multitude of ways, including the Museums of Natural and Cultural History’s exhibit..."
Affordability
Oregon, Washington SNAP recipients could still face delays as judge orders feds to fund program - October 31, 2025. OPB. By Bryce Doyle. "The judges ruled in favor of local officials who sought to force the federal government to keep the SNAP program running..."
'I feel powerless': Portland State University food pantry braces for influx of students as SNAP benefits are set to run out- October 24, 2025. KGW.com. By Blair Best. ""We expect to see a huge influx in people utilizing the pantry," said Tess Conley,..."
Learner Pathways, Economic and Community Development
Willamette University opens $2 million career center at heart of historic Salem campus - October 29, 2025. Willamette University. Press release by University Communications. "On Friday, Oct. 24, Willamette University officially opened its renovated..."
Students, advisors adjust to new Core Education curriculum, The Daily Barometer, October 31, 205, by Lucy Gilchrist. "After more than 30 years of operating under the Baccalaureate Core curriculum, the summer 2025 term marked the first term..."
‘Understand history, create empathy’: Telling the tale of Oregon’s Native American boarding schools- October 30, 2025, Oregon Arts Watch, By Sydney Seymour. In the OPB documentary "Uncovering Boarding Schools" premiering Nov. 3, members of the Klamath..."
Gift from SOU alumni leads to partnerships in Ghana- October 27, 2025. SOUnews. " A couple who gained a global perspective and the academic foundation for success from their education at Southern Oregon University are funding..."
Language courses cut as university braces for budget reduction - October 27, 2025. The Daily Emerald (UO student newspaper). By Sasha Love. "Last summer, UO planned to cut all Swedish, Portuguese and Swahili classes following projections of a $25-30 million..."
Students Respond to Advising Accessibility as PSU Faces Faculty Cuts - October 24, 2025, By Sage Lamott, PSU Vanguard (PSU student newspaper). "Accessibility concerns grow for the future of student support services given added budgetary concerns..."
Leadership, Funding, and Policy
21 States, D.C. Ask Court to Reverse Ed Department’s TRIO Grant Rejections- October 31, 2025. Inside Higher Ed. By Ryan Quinn. "Democratic attorneys general from 21 states and Washington, D.C., filed briefs this week asking..."
The Quality Education Model is a political football. Will Oregon lawmakers punt it? - October 28, 2025. The Oregonian/OregonLive. By Julia Silverman. "Every two years since the turn of the century, a report from Oregon’s seven -member..."
Faculty group says ‘no’ to two DEI programs- October 28, 2025. The Daily Barometer (OSU student newspaper). By Kip Franich. "The bell has been tolled for the Search Advocate Program and the Social Justice Education Initiative as the Faculty Consultative.."
OHSU president is hopeful federal funds for rural health care flow to Oregon- October 27, 2025. KGW.com. By Thomas Shults. "Despite an ongoing rift between the Trump administration and Oregon Democratic..."
Lewis & Clark trustees adopt weapons-free investment policy - October 24, 2025. OPB. By Tiffany Camhi. "After a nearly 18-month student-led effort, trustees at the private college in Portland have agreed to implement a proposal..."
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